Here are some simple solutions to make the most of your ingredients from our October issue

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Avocados are just one of the foods that fight stress. This recipe for a carob hazelnut spread is a delicious way to bring some zen into your life.

Foods that fight stress

Avocados are just one of the foods that can help you stay calm when stress is high. This recipe for a carob hazelnut spread is a delicious way to bring some zen into your life

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 Fruits like blueberries and cherries are two of the best fat-burning foods to help you boost weight loss. Find more slimming superfoods at Chatelaine.com.

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Add these foods to your diet to give your weight loss a boost for the warmer weather.

Natasha Turner, N.D., is a naturopathic doctor, Chatelaine magazine columnist, and author of the bestselling books The Hormone Diet, The Supercharged Hormone Diet and The Carb Sensitivity Program. She’s also the founder of the Toronto-based Clear Medicine Wellness Boutique and a regular guest on The Dr. Oz Show and The Marilyn Denis Show.

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